Senior Events Leader: Meetings & Expos (Hybrid)

Intl Assoc Amusement Parks; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitalization insurance

Pension scheme

Meal vouchers

Teleworking allowance

Bonus eligible

Public transportation reimbursement

Brussels office days

Job summary

IAAPA is seeking a Senior Manager, Meetings and Special Events to lead IAAPA ESA’s conferences and regional events from Brussels. You will oversee end-to-end event planning, vendor coordination, and cross-team collaboration to deliver high-impact experiences for members across Europe.

The role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong English communication, and willingness to travel regionally. A hybrid office setup in Brussels is available and encouraged.

Qualifications

• Degree in event management, hospitality, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and preferably another major European language.
• Experience in meetings and special events management, international context preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, plan, and execute IAAPA ESA's meetings and events, including IAAPA Expo Europe, to IAAPA standards.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and quarterly P&L updates for events.
• Lead IAAPA ESA team meetings and ensure quality control of all events.
• Develop and mentor the Education and Events Associate, including goal setting and workload planning.
• Lead RFP processes for venues, evaluate proposals, negotiate contracts, and select facilities.
• Serve as primary contact for hotels, travel services, convention centers, and vendors.
• Develop annual events calendar and strategic event plan aligned with IAAPA ESA objectives.
• Coordinate post-event reconciliation, invoices, and vendor settlements.

Skills

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Event planning leadership

Education

Degree in event management, hospitality, or equivalent experience

Tools

Fonteva

Events software

Microsoft Office

Job description

IAAPA is seeking a Senior Manager, Meetings and Special Events to lead IAAPA ESA’s conferences and regional events from Brussels. You will oversee end-to-end event planning, vendor coordination, and cross-team collaboration to deliver high-impact experiences for members across Europe.

The role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong English communication, and willingness to travel regionally. A hybrid office setup in Brussels is available and encouraged.